How To Fix TD437 - Character string & is not defined in form &

TD437 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TD - SAPscript: Text editor, composer, forms, styles and fonts

• Message number: 437

• Message text: Character string & is not defined in form &

What causes this issue?

A character string is used in the document which is not defined in the
corresponding form.

System Response

The character string is ignored when the text is formatted.

How to fix this error?

Please use a character string defined in the form.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD437 - Character string & is not defined in form & ?

  The SAP error message TD437 indicates that a character string (usually a text or a label) is not defined in the specified form. This error typically occurs in the context of SAPscript or Smart Forms when the system is unable to find a specific text element that is referenced in the form.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Element: The character string that is being referenced in the form does not exist in the text elements defined for that form.
  Incorrect Form Name: The form name specified in the program or transaction might be incorrect, leading to the system looking for a text element in the wrong form.
  Transport Issues: If the form was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the text elements may not have been included in the transport request.
  Language Issues: The text element may not be defined for the specific language being used in the form.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Text Elements: Go